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Spatium 11: Cosmic Rays

Publication date: 01 November 2003

Authors: Hansjörg Schlaepfer

Journal: SPATIUM
Volume: 11
Issue: November 2003
Year: 2003

Copyright: Association Pro ISSI

Although the research of cosmic rays began nearly 100 years ago much is still unknown especially with regard to their origins and the mechanisms providing the particles nearly the speed of light. That is why the cosmic ray research continues to be one of the most fascinating adventures of modern space science. This article is based on publications of the International Space Science Institute on cosmic rays, which are strongly recommended for further reading.

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